On Nov. 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln gave one of the most well-known speeches in American history: the famous Gettysburg Address. Read more...
Music
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November 18, 9:12 pm
Music of China Ensemble to perform at Fowler Museum
Ethnomusicology professor Chi Li has had a storied career to say the least. An accomplished player of the erhu, a Chinese two-stringed fiddle, she has performed as erhu soloist in the National Traditional Orchestra of China. Read more...
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November 18, 9:08 pm
Asian music’s diverse genres contain American influence
For UCLA students studying in a region as diverse as Asia, discovering a music scene that includes everything from Chinese punk rock to Taiwanese pop was an eye-opening experience. Read more...
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November 18, 9:07 pm
Abroad in Africa, students adopt fresh musical horizons
There is something fascinating and moving about Africa, the continent that boasts both the origins of humanity and continual proof of human resilience. No doubt part of this cultural appeal lies within Africa's deeply ingrained rich musical culture. Read more...
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November 18, 2:22 pm
Concert Review: Horse Feathers
If the opening bands were good, then Horse Feathers were in an entire class of their own. Read more...
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November 17, 10:40 pm
Western European music echoes local culture
Many Bruins who have traveled abroad have found that the music of Western Europe is a true looking glass into the polarized cultures of the region. Read more...
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November 17, 10:36 pm
Tunes of Middle East are a mix of tradition and Westernization
The Middle East is one of the most historically and culturally rich regions of the world. Read more...